Dr. Ching-Chang Ko, DDS, PHD

Orthodontics
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

NPI: 1225245525

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Address

101 BRAUER HALL CB # 7450
Chapel Hill, NC 27599

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Practice Details

Accepting new patients

Patient Rating

4.9/ 5.0(321 reviews)
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About This Provider

Dr. Ching-Chang Ko is a board-certified orthodontist with 19 years of experience helping patients achieve healthy, beautiful smiles in Chapel Hill, NC. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from Kaohsiung Medical College in Taiwan and completed his orthodontics training at the University of Minnesota, bringing advanced knowledge to his practice. Dr. Ko is particularly skilled in treating complex cases, including jaw joint problems and bone health issues that affect teeth, thanks to his advanced degrees in bioengineering and biomaterials research. He has been recognized multiple times as Faculty Member of the Year and uses cutting-edge technology like nanocomposite scaffolds to provide the best care possible. Dr. Ko is accepting new patients and looks forward to working with you.

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Education & Training

  • Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from Kaohsiung Medical College, Taiwan
  • Certificate in Orthodontics from University of Minnesota
  • Master of Science (MS) in Bioengineering from National Yang-Ming University, Taiwan
  • PhD in Bioengineering and Biomaterials from University of Michigan

Board Certifications

  • Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics

Credential: DDS, PHD

NPI registered: 05/17/2007

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Areas of Focus

OrthodonticsBone diseases affecting dental healthBiomaterials for bone cell regenerationBiomimetic bone cements for dental implantsTMJ-related tissue engineering

Technology & Equipment

  • Nanocomposite scaffolds

Awards & Recognition

  • Distinguished alumni awards from alma mater
  • Three Faculty Member of the Year awards from the Department of Orthodontics at UNC School of Dentistry

Beyond the Office

Chair of the Division of Orthodontics at Ohio State University College of Dentistry (as of January 27, 2020)

Former Chair of the Department of Orthodontics at UNC School of Dentistry (2017-2020)

Former Vice Chair of the Department of Orthodontics at UNC School of Dentistry

Program Director at UNC School of Dentistry

Research funding from National Institutes of Health through the National Institute for Dental and Craniofacial Research

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